Books About Cursed Objects

The Best Cursed Objects Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about cursed objects? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Sting
I Am Slappy's Evil Twin
The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Cursed Objects

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Sting

By Jude Watson · Book #2 in the Loot series

Twins must steal cursed sapphires to escape a deadly heist gone wrong.

272 pages· 57,112 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,690 ratings
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Summary: Twelve-year-old March McQuin and his twin sister, Jules, are cat burglars caught in a dangerous game. After a heist goes awry, they escape with a cursed sapphire, drawing the attention of Interpol, the FBI, and ruthless criminals. To break the curse, they must steal two more sapphires. Can they outsmart their pursuers and survive the ultimate heist?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

I Am Slappy's Evil Twin

Two sinister dummies come to life, threatening chaos. Can they be stopped?

152 pages· 21,422 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 857 ratings
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Summary: Luke Harrison's life is filled with horror movie magic, thanks to his dad's career. But when two ventriloquist dummies, Slappy and Snappy, come to life, the scares become all too real. These mischievous twins have a sinister plan to wreak havoc. As they walk and talk on their own, Luke must find a way to stop them before they turn his world upside down. Can he outsmart the evil duo, or will they succeed in their terrifying scheme? Dive into this chilling tale to find out.
Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2007

The Book that Dripped Blood

A mysterious book with fur threatens chaos. Can it be stopped?

39 pages· 976 words· Est. 7 min read
3.3/5 Goodreads · 137 ratings
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Summary: A shopkeeper discovers a peculiar book with a fur-covered cover titled 'CLAWS.' As its dangerous nature unfolds, the Librarian must intervene to prevent impending chaos. Will they succeed before it's too late? This special edition includes new insights and questions to deepen the mystery.
Picture Book · Ages 9–13 · 2019

Auto Body Parts

A school bus collects more than students on its route, as a field trip reveals a terrifying secret beneath the floorboards.

36 pages· 924 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 4 ratings
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Summary: On a peculiar bus ride, a girl hears cries from beneath her seat. Curiosity leads her to open a hatch, only to be seized by multiple hands. Are these disembodied limbs seeking rescue, or do they have a sinister purpose? As the bus hurtles toward an unknown destination, she must unravel the mystery before it's too late. What secrets lie beneath, and will she escape their grasp?
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